Thursday, November 12, 2015

Amazon's 'Man in the High Castle' too 'expensive and dangerous' for TV networks, creator says
[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 11:18:48 GMT ]
Former "X-Files" writer Frank Spotnitz says his cinematic new Philip K. Dick adaptation found financial and creative freedom at Amazon.









Google Doodle honors actress, inventor Hedy Lamarr
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:10 GMT ]
She was a glamorous Hollywood actress who romanced Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Stewart onscreen and was hailed as "the world's most beautiful woman."









How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:07:04 GMT ]
I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.









Can micro-homes offer housing solution?
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:08:26 GMT ]










How to make science safer for women
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:12:55 GMT ]
It's a lesson most female astronomers learn at some point in their careers when they face unwanted sexual behavior from professors, advisers or anyone who holds their future in their hands.









Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Stylograph Smart Pen Lets You Write in Style
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 20:30:40 GMT ]
Anyone who jots down notes or sketches frequently can imagine the convenience of being able to quickly digitize and share their creations.









Binge On! T-Mobile Unveils Free Video Streaming
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 21:24:35 GMT ]
Can't stop binge-watching "House of Cards?" Now T-Mobile customers can stream all the video they want for free ... well, except for YouTube videos.









Google Defeats Most Claims in Browser Tracking Lawsuit
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 23:05:46 GMT ]
Four computer users had accused Google of bypassing their Web browser cookie blockers.









Why You Can't Mention Tsu.co on Facebook
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 23:43:02 GMT ]
Facebook defends its Tsu ban as a way to prevent its service from turning into a hangout for scam artists and opportunists.









2 Fantasy Sports Sites Ordered to Stop Taking Bets in N.Y.
[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 09:36:58 GMT ]
State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman ordered fantasy sports companies DraftKings and FanDuel on Tuesday to stop accepting bets in the state.









Jawbone user data shows Indians sleep less than most westerners
[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 05:27:54 GMT ]
The US-based wearables company has been compiling data on the sleeping and walking habits of its Indian Jawbone Up users, reporting that they rest and walk less than many westerners.









Space junk: What happens when it crashes back to Earth? (pictures)
[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 06:37:34 GMT ]
Millions of pieces of debris are floating in space right now. One in particular is set to return in a fabulous fireball.









Asia-based ride-booking service GrabTaxi to offer carpooling services
[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 09:11:02 GMT ]
The Uber-equivalent of the region plans to offer carpooling services in Singapore and five other countries that will allow customers to save cash on their commute.









Alibaba made $1 billion in 8 minutes
[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 09:45:51 GMT ]
China is in the throes of the world's single largest day of shopping, Single's day. Shoppers are expected to spend a record amount of money, mainly through online platforms like Alibaba and JD.com.









Google finally pulling the plug on Chrome for Windows XP
[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 11:29:11 GMT ]
Chrome will no longer be supported on older versions of Windows and Mac OS X from April 2016.









Google Doodle honors actress, inventor Hedy Lamarr
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:10 GMT ]
She was a glamorous Hollywood actress who romanced Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Stewart onscreen and was hailed as "the world's most beautiful woman."









How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:07:04 GMT ]
I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.









Can micro-homes offer housing solution?
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:08:26 GMT ]










How to make science safer for women
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:12:55 GMT ]
It's a lesson most female astronomers learn at some point in their careers when they face unwanted sexual behavior from professors, advisers or anyone who holds their future in their hands.









Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Gamers Get Excited for the 'Fallout 4' Release
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 20:12:30 GMT ]
If your coworker calls in sick on Tuesday, chances are that "Fallout 4" is to blame.









'Modern-Day Indiana Jones' Wins $1 Million TED Prize
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 20:16:27 GMT ]
Sarah Parcak has been described as a 'modern-day Indiana Jones' for her field exploits.









Dyson' High-End Robot Vacuum Coming to U.S. Next Year
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 23:26:45 GMT ]
Robot vacuums are still a rare sight these days, but it's not for want of selection — and now Dyson is bringing its ultra-fancy 360 Eye to the US.









Massachusetts Teens Use Tech Savvy to Sell Cars
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:14:22 GMT ]
Thomas Pugsley is in many ways an average teenager. But when he goes to his after-school job, he's not bagging groceries.









Scientists Spot 'Weird' Ice-Spewing Volcanoes on Pluto
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:22:04 GMT ]
The discovery raises questions about how the tiny, distant world has been so geologically active.









This huge new fusion reactor took 19 years to build (Tomorrow Daily 272)
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:29:26 GMT ]
Germany's newest nuclear fusion reactor took over 19 years and 1 million hours to complete. Obviously, it's a major undertaking, but even though it has a huge footprint, this particular type of reactor has some benefits compared with other types of designs.









Obama: Hello, Facebook! Let's get serious, and have fun too
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 01:26:44 GMT ]
The president in May attracted more than a million followers less than five hours after sending his first tweet. Now he's going after the "Like" votes.









Custom circuit board printer takes out 2015 James Dyson Award
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 06:00:59 GMT ]
A team of Canadian engineers has taken out one of the world's top design prizes with a 3D printer that prints out customised circuit boards with the press of a button.









China looking to scrub its Internet of offensive songs
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 08:58:34 GMT ]
The People's Republic is taking aim on music, ordering all music streaming companies to examine songs before they're released to the public to ensure they're not violent, overly sexual or inappropriate.









Wearable tech takes flight as UK airline EasyJet debuts LED and sensor-studded uniforms
[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 10:34:02 GMT ]
Crew at the short-haul airline could soon be sporting wearable tech to help light up your flight.









How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'
[ Thu, 05 Nov 2015 19:52:35 GMT ]
I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.









Solar wind transformed Mars
[ Fri, 06 Nov 2015 18:59:40 GMT ]
NASA delivered key findings by its Maven spacecraft that reveal what happened to the Martain atmosphere.









Meet the people who 'live in the future'
[ Fri, 06 Nov 2015 20:08:28 GMT ]










Google Doodle honors actress, inventor Hedy Lamarr
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:10 GMT ]
She was a glamorous Hollywood actress who romanced Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Stewart onscreen and was hailed as "the world's most beautiful woman."









Monday, November 9, 2015

FCC: We Can't Force Companies to Stop Tracking You Online
[ Sat, 07 Nov 2015 00:40:09 GMT ]
The FCC decided Friday that it can't force Internet companies like Google, Facebook and ad providers from tracking users online.









Apple Defeats Class Action Lawsuit Over Bag Searches
[ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 05:58:14 GMT ]
Employees sued to be reimbursed for the time taken by Apple to search their bags to ensure they did not steal any merchandise.









Google, Heart Association Team Up On New Research Venture
[ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 21:05:39 GMT ]
A company whose name is synonymous with eyeballs on the Internet is turning its attention to hearts.









Why Millennials Are Buying More Vinyl Records
[ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 23:03:25 GMT ]
The entertainment industry always loves a good comeback story, and music's latest resurgence is no exception.









Google Honors '40s Hollywood Star (and Not for Her Acting)
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 10:25:57 GMT ]
Monday's Google Doodle celebrates the beauty and brains of actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr, who would've turned 101 on Nov. 9.









Optimistic futurism: The designers building the world of tomorrow
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 09:00:05 GMT ]
Whether it's the first cordless kettle or a spacecraft for civilians, UK design company Seymourpowell has long created inventions that are on "the edge of the future." But how do you design the world of tomorrow if it doesn't exist today?









Snapchat closes in on Facebook as it hits 6 billion daily video views
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 09:27:48 GMT ]
The US-based photo and video messaging service is closing the gap with Facebook, which reports 8 billion views per day.









Opera Max data-saving app to come bundled on Samsung, Xiaomi phones
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 09:45:51 GMT ]
The Web browser's data-management app will be integrated on new phones from 14 Android smartphone makers, letting users shave up to 60 percent off their data usage.









Local Motors LM3D Swim: A closer look at the first 3D printed car you can buy (pictures)
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 10:00:20 GMT ]
Last year, Local Motors 3D printed its first electric car. This year, it refined the EV's design. Next year, you'll be able to buy and print one of your own.









Scientists awarded $22M in Zuckerberg-backed Breakthrough Prize
[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 11:15:07 GMT ]
The awards were given to researchers from around the world who have solved mysteries such as secret brain circuits and shape-shifting spaces.









Human 'mini brains' grown in labs may help solve cancer, autism, Alzheimer's
[ Thu, 05 Nov 2015 19:38:02 GMT ]
A Harvard medical pioneer calls it "astounding" — an "incredible achievement" and a "quantum leap forward" in the battle against cancer, autism, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.









The problem with crowdsourcing cold cases
[ Thu, 05 Nov 2015 19:39:24 GMT ]










How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'
[ Thu, 05 Nov 2015 19:52:35 GMT ]
I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.









Solar wind transformed Mars
[ Fri, 06 Nov 2015 18:59:40 GMT ]
NASA delivered key findings by its Maven spacecraft that reveal what happened to the Martain atmosphere.